On Tuesday night, I was honored as the “Most Valuable Policymaker” by the Sports Fans Coalition. Today, I spent a few minutes this morning discussing sports blackouts and what we must do in the future to support the rights of fans.

League policies, federal rules, and disputes between companies have made it unreasonably difficult for fans to watch their teams play. Given the investment that fans make in their teams by purchasing tickets and merchandise and through public financing of stadiums, I believe any blackout is unfair.